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Wooden mouse

Choking Toys Serious risk

Wooden mouse was recalled on 30 October 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 1390/09. Choking risk reported by Germany. The product poses a risk of choking because hands and feet break off on application of a force of 5N (88N minimum permissible) and can be swallowed by children.

Photo of recalled product: Wooden mouse
Alert Number1390/09
BrandGad kids
CategoryToys
Risk TypeChoking
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberItem 271787;EAN 4038732004382
Published30 October 2009

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of choking because hands and feet break off on application of a force of 5N (88N minimum permissible) and can be swallowed by children.The product does not comply with the Toys Directive and with the relevant European standard EN 71.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market, recall from consumers and destruction of the products by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

The test sample is a toy wooden mouse. It is about 13 cm high and has a coil spring of about 21 cm long for hanging purposes. The coil spring can easily be pulled out to a length of over 150 cm.

🛑 What Should You Do?

This recall involves a choking hazard related to Wooden mouse.

About this risk

This product contains small parts that can detach and pose a choking hazard, or its size and shape make it dangerous for young children if swallowed or placed in the mouth.

Recommended action

Remove the product from children immediately. Check if any small parts are missing. If a child has swallowed a part, seek medical attention immediately. Return the product to the retailer.

Who is at risk?

Children under 3 years old are at highest risk. Supervise older children as well.

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